Identifywhat you need to revise: are you revising facts or definitions? How to apply formulae to problems? How to discuss a point using key arguments, theories or framework?

Create a study plan/timetable: set short, focused study sessions, no longer than 50 minutes. Be realistic about how long you can study.

Spread out your revision: Doing all your revision in one go is not as effective as several shorter sessions across a few days.

Prioritise: allocate more time to the topics, subjects or skills you find more difficult.

Revise activelyDo you find revision boring? Don’t just read or re-read your notes! Try to make your learning more active.

Transform written information into visual information: draw diagrams, concept maps or mind-maps of your notes. Visuals help you group facts, information and ideas, and see the connections between them.

Make hand-written summaries. This technique helps with memory PLUS you get writing practice for the exam.